Clinton Gulch
Key Takeaway
Clinton Gulch is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 170 ft (taller than 98.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 95 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 659 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02093 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLINTON DITCH & RES CO (HODSON, LIZ)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clinton Gulch?
Clinton Gulch is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Clinton Gulch?
Clinton Gulch is owned by CLINTON DITCH & RES CO (HODSON, LIZ) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clinton Gulch built?
Clinton Gulch was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Clinton Gulch?
Clinton Gulch serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clinton Gulch?
Clinton Gulch has a dam height of 170 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Clinton Gulch last inspected?
Clinton Gulch was last inspected on July 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.